1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2005 Ford F-350
To start off, 2005 Ford F-350 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-350 (362 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 392 kg more than 2005 Ford F-350.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford F-350 (621 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 2005 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Fiat | Ford |
| Model | 130 | F-350 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3236 cc | 6801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 621 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 106 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 6240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 110 L |
